The Science of Change
Discovering Sustained, Desired Change from Individuals to Organizations and Communities
Published on 19. December 2024
Book
Hardback
352 pages
978-0-19-776511-1 (ISBN)
Description
A detailed exploration and integration of behavior change research into a unifying multi-level fractal theory, Intentional Change Theory (ICT), showing the science behind sustained, desired change at the individual, dyadic, team, organizational, community, and country levels.
Change is constant and ever-present in everyday life. Yet sustained, desired change is much harder to grasp. Bringing together 50 years of research into behavior change, The Science of Change explores Intentional Change Theory (ICT) and highlights how the model can be used to understand and support lasting change. In this book, Richard E. Boyatzis presents a unifying theory for lasting change with an examination of each phase and principle in this multi-level, fractal theory and provides examples of sustained, desired change at the individual, dyadic, team, organization, community, and country levels.
The five phases of ICT describe a cycle of change. It starts with a vision of an ideal self, examines the real self, and then creates a learning agenda for getting closer to the vision before applying it through experimentation and practice and building resonant relationships to enable the entire process. It highlights how the ideal self and a shared vision are the drivers of change, that goal setting and problem solving suppress openness to new ideas and people, and that resonant relationships are characterized by shared vision, shared compassion, and shared energy. The framework described in this book is equally applicable to getting better at playing the guitar, achieving a department sales target, rallying a community to action over a toxic spill, or mobilizing a country to fight a pandemic.
Change is constant and ever-present in everyday life. Yet sustained, desired change is much harder to grasp. Bringing together 50 years of research into behavior change, The Science of Change explores Intentional Change Theory (ICT) and highlights how the model can be used to understand and support lasting change. In this book, Richard E. Boyatzis presents a unifying theory for lasting change with an examination of each phase and principle in this multi-level, fractal theory and provides examples of sustained, desired change at the individual, dyadic, team, organization, community, and country levels.
The five phases of ICT describe a cycle of change. It starts with a vision of an ideal self, examines the real self, and then creates a learning agenda for getting closer to the vision before applying it through experimentation and practice and building resonant relationships to enable the entire process. It highlights how the ideal self and a shared vision are the drivers of change, that goal setting and problem solving suppress openness to new ideas and people, and that resonant relationships are characterized by shared vision, shared compassion, and shared energy. The framework described in this book is equally applicable to getting better at playing the guitar, achieving a department sales target, rallying a community to action over a toxic spill, or mobilizing a country to fight a pandemic.
Reviews / Votes
"Change is hard. This book will make it easier. Richard Boyatzis has spent his career studying how to shift attitudes and actions, and he offers detailed evidence and memorable examples to help you plan, lead, and sustain efforts to improve the status quo." - Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of HIDDEN POTENTIAL and THINK AGAIN, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking "The Science of Change embodies decades of theory and research by Richard Boyatzis. This long-awaited magnum opus caps his career as a thought leader in personal, organizational, and community development. As an instant classic, The Science of Change offers a road map for a host of professions where transformation is a goal, from coaches, consultants, and leaders, to organizational and community developers - and far beyond. Boyatzis makes a distinguished contribution for the benefit of humanity." - Daniel Goleman, PhD, psychologist and author of many international best sellers, including Emotional Intelligence, Working with Emotional Intelligence, and his latest with Cary Cherniss, Optimal. "Change is feared yet necessary and completely misunderstood. Boyatzis deconstructs the myths, assumptions and complexity of sustainable, desired change. This comprehensive immersion into the science removes the mystery around change at the individual, dyad, team, organization, community and country levels. I know this book will be a valuable resource for everyone seeking to understand change." - Jodi Berg, former CEO Vitamix "Dive into 'The Science of Change' * a transformative exploration unraveling the intricacies of human adaptation. Grounded in Intentional Change Theory, this enlightening journey delves into the power of shared visions, emotional attractors, and resonant relationships, providing insights for individuals and collectives seeking sustained change and the research that can continue to propel us forward." - Courtney L. Holladay, Associate Vice President, Leadership Institute, MD Anderson Cancer Center * "The Science of Change masterfully dissects the complexities of change in both individuals and organizations. Drawing upon extensive research and real-world applications, Dr. Boyatzis not only highlights the ephemeral nature of change, but also provides a roadmap to lasting transformation. His insights into the psychological and emotional aspects of change make this book an invaluable resource for those looking to navigate the turbulent waters of personal and professional growth." - Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There "Change is a fact of life and we all need to master it. Richard Boyatzis's wonderful new book, The Science of Change, distils a life's work of research into a set of evidence-based principles that govern enduring transformation in people, teams, organizations, and communities. Packed with insights from statistical studies and real-life events, this is your one-stop guide to the science of change." - Herminia Ibarra, The Charles Handy Professor of Organizational Behavior, London Business School Change is hard. This book will make it easier. Richard Boyatzis has spent his career studying how to shift attitudes and actions, and he offers detailed evidence and memorable examples to help you plan, lead, and sustain efforts to improve the status quo. * Adam Grant, Author of NYT best sellers, Hidden Potential and Think Again, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking * The Science of Change embodies decades of theory and research by Richard Boyatzis. This long-awaited magnum opus caps his career as a thought leader in personal, organizational, and community development and makes a distinguished contribution for the benefit of humanity. * Daniel Goleman, Psychologist and author of international best sellers, including Emotional Intelligence, Working with Emotional Intelligence, and with Cary Cherniss., Optimal. * Boyatzis deconstructs the myths, assumptions and complexity of sustainable, desired change. This comprehensive immersion into the science removes the mystery around change at the individual, dyad, team, organization, community and country levels. I know this book will be a valuable resource for everyone seeking to understand change. * Jodi Berg, former CEO Vitamix * Dive into 'The Science of Change' * a transformative exploration unraveling the intricacies of human adaptation, providing insights for individuals and collectives seeking sustained change and the research that can continue to propel us forward.Courtney L. Holladay, Associate Vice President, Leadership Institute, MD Anderson Cancer Center * The Science of Change masterfully dissects the complexities of change in both individuals and organizations. Boyatzis's insights into the psychological and emotional aspects of change make this book an invaluable resource for those looking to navigate the turbulent waters of personal and professional growth. * Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Executive Coach and author of NYT best sellers The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There * Change is a fact of life and we all need to master it. Richard Boyatzis's wonderful new book, The Science of Change, distils a life's work of research into a set of evidence-based principles that govern enduring transformation in people, teams, organizations, and communities. Packed with insights from statistical studies and real-life events, this is your one-stop guide to the science of change. * Herminia Ibarra, The Charles Handy Professor of Organizational Behavior, London Business School * The book impresses with its depth of scholarship as demonstrated by the 37 pages of references. It is clearly written and represents a very positive practical approach to changes based on an impressive lifetime of research and writing. The book is highly recommended for individuals undertaking professional development, for coaches and mentors guiding others through this, for business leaders wanting to improve performance, for educators and trainers in the change area and for researchers with social change agendas. * Ian Mccormick, International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
23 figures
Dimensions
Height: 239 mm
Width: 158 mm
Thickness: 29 mm
Weight
644 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-776511-1 (9780197765111)
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Richard E. Boyatzis
The Science of Change
Discovering Sustained, Desired Change from Individuals to Organizations and Communities
E-Book
10/2024
OUP eBook
€24.99
Available for download
Richard E. Boyatzis
The Science of Change
Discovering Sustained, Desired Change from Individuals to Organizations and Communities
E-Book
10/2024
OUP eBook
€24.99
Available for download
Person
Richard E. Boyatzis is Distinguished University Professor of Case Western Reserve University, and a Professor in the Departments of Organizational Behavior, Psychology, and Cognitive Science. He has a BS in Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT and a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Harvard. His scholarly research and practitioner writing examines sustained, desired change, leadership, competencies, emotional intelligence, coaching, neuroscience, and management education, and his Coursera Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) have over 1.5 million visitors and students enrolled from over 215 countries. He is ranked in the top 2% of all scientists worldwide by PLOS Biology based on his citations. His previous works include the international best-seller Primal Leadership with Daniel Goleman and Annie McKee, and Helping People Change with Melvin Smith and Ellen Van Oosten.
Content
Dedication
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1. The Quest for Sustained, Desired Change
Chapter 2. Dreams, Shared Vision and Purpose as the Driver of Change
Chapter 3. Tipping Points to Transitions: PEA and NEA
Chapter 4. The Real Self: Who am I? Who are We?
Chapter 5. A Path to My/Our Dreams: Joyful Planning and Preparation
Chapter 6. Exploring Possibilities: Experimenting and Practice to Mastery
Chapter 7. Resonant Relationships Are the Context for Change
Chapter 8. Leading Change at Multiple Levels
Chapter 9. What Next? The Call to Study Change
Appendix: Resources for Research on ICT Process and Principles
References
Index
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1. The Quest for Sustained, Desired Change
Chapter 2. Dreams, Shared Vision and Purpose as the Driver of Change
Chapter 3. Tipping Points to Transitions: PEA and NEA
Chapter 4. The Real Self: Who am I? Who are We?
Chapter 5. A Path to My/Our Dreams: Joyful Planning and Preparation
Chapter 6. Exploring Possibilities: Experimenting and Practice to Mastery
Chapter 7. Resonant Relationships Are the Context for Change
Chapter 8. Leading Change at Multiple Levels
Chapter 9. What Next? The Call to Study Change
Appendix: Resources for Research on ICT Process and Principles
References
Index